EPHESIANS 4:11-16

“Called to be Ministers”

Introduction-

I. THE PROCESS OF MINISTRY – vv. 11-12

1- God Gives Gifted People - v. 11

2- They Prepare God’s People for Ministry

3- The Result Is That the Body Is Built Up

II. THE PRODUCT OF MINISTRY – vv. 13-15

1- Unity - v. 13

ü This is fellowship

2- Knowledge of Christ - v. 13

ü This is worship

3- Christ-likeness - vv. 13, 15

ü This is discipleship

4- Doctrinal Stability - v. 14

ü This is discipleship

5- Sharing of Truth - v. 15

ü This is evangelism

III. THE POWER FOR MINISTRY – vv. 15-16

1- From Christ - vv. 15-16

2- Through the Members of the Body - v. 16

Conclusion - (1) Identify your gifts and passion

(2) Find a place where you fit and plug in

(3) Be willing to help in areas of need

(4) Don’t focus on other parts of the Body